# Event Details

- **Event Name**: 5th Annual Saluki Women's Weekend Conference
- **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 11 Sep, 2026 at 08:00 am – Fri, 11 Sep, 2026 at 04:30 pm (-05:00)
- **Event Description**: 2026 Saluki Women's Weekend presented by Moneta and SIU Credit Union
Celebrating 5 Years of Impact – Cultivate. Connect. Lead.

This year, we are proud to celebrate Women in Agriculture in recognition of the “International Year of the Woman Farmer.”

Location: Tedrick Welcome Center

Dates and Agenda:

Thursday, September 10:

Women’s Leadership Council Welcome Reception at Hangar 9 
Engage • Reflect • Reconnect
- "Cowgirl Chic" theme—honoring the strength, resilience, and trailblazing spirit of women in agriculture and beyond
- Networking, refreshments, and photo opportunities
- Interactive line dancing experience with special guest Cowboy Kyle of Urban Cowboy Line Dancing Nashville

Friday, September 11:

Women’s Empowerment Conference
- Keynote speakers and interactive panel discussions
- Women of Excellence in Agriculture Awards
- Leadership and professional development sessions

Farm-to-Table Philanthropy & Saluki Woman of the Year Awards Luncheon
- EmpowerHer Grant and Mentee Scholarship announcements
- Saluki Woman of the Year Awards celebration

Networking Reception & Saluki Women’s Weekend 5-Year Celebration
- Connect with alumni, students, and community leaders as we celebrate five years of impact

Saturday, September 12:

Women’s Leadership Council Board Meeting (Invite Only)
Mentorship Brunch

Free registration: https://siuf.org/saluki-women

Special thanks to our sponsors:
Premier Sponsors | Moneta and SIU Credit Union
Gold Sponsor and Media Sponsor | River Radio (New Country Z100 Radio, Today's Hit Music 101.5 CIL-FM, 95.1 STEVE FM, 103.5 ESPN Southern Illinois, Newsradio WJPF)
Silver Sponsors | TJ's Fine Jewelry & Repair and Deaconess Illinois
Maroon Sponsors | Midland States Bank, Alderwoman Lakeisha Purchase and Powers Engineering
Mentorship Brunch Sponsors | SIH and Dawn Korte
Welcome Reception Sponsors | Melissa Hahn and Midland States Bank
EmpowerHER Grant and WLC Mentee Scholarships Sponsor | Legence Bank
Community Partner Sponsor | St. Nicholas Brewing Company
In-Kind Sponsors | Hangar 9 and WSIU Public Broadcasting
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/carbondale/5th-annual-saluki-womens-weekend-conference/200030454525131
- **Event Categories**: business, conferences, meetups, brunch, country-music-festivals
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 132

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Carbondale
- **state**: IL
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 1264 Lincoln Drive, Carbondale, IL, United States, Illinois 62901
- **lat**: 37.71365
- **long**: -89.21714
- **full address**: 1264 Lincoln Drive, Carbondale, IL, United States, Illinois 62901

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is 5th Annual Saluki Women's Weekend Conference being held?
  - **A:** 5th Annual Saluki Women's Weekend Conference takes place on Fri, 11 Sep, 2026 at 08:00 am to Fri, 11 Sep, 2026 at 04:30 pm at 1264 Lincoln Drive, Carbondale, IL, United States, Illinois 62901.
- **Q**: Who is organizing 5th Annual Saluki Women's Weekend Conference?
  - **A:** 5th Annual Saluki Women's Weekend Conference is organized by SIU Foundation.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** 5th Annual Saluki Women's Weekend Conference is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Carbondale, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 130+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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